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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

SPARK TEST

CHECK THAT SPARK OCCURS
(a) Disconnect high-tension cord from the distributor.
(b) Hold the end approx. 12.7 mm (0.50 in.) from body of car.
(c) See if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.

NOTE: To prevent gasoline from being injected from injectors during this test, crank the engine for no more than 1 - 2 seconds at a time.

If the spark does not occur, perform the test as follows.